as in intricate
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
labyrinthine politics that left us totally befuddled
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Recent Examples of labyrinthine
In many ways the behind-the-scenes chief architect of the state’s budget adoption process, Keane has piloted dozens of legislatures through the labyrinthine task of crafting the multibillion plans that guide so much of life here.
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Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Bodhiria was a complex, labyrinthine concept album about toxic love that melded flamenco, joropo, and trap beats, all of it centered on Judeline’s voice.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 13 Jan. 2026
Casually dressed couples explore the labyrinthine citrus groves, but the rhythm here seems deliciously docile—guests go from hammam to Aperol, afternoon snooze to dinner.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Félix’s wife, Yessy, managed to hold everything together while navigating the labyrinthine legal process to fight for his release.
—Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2025
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Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Bodhiria was a complex, labyrinthine concept album about toxic love that melded flamenco, joropo, and trap beats, all of it centered on Judeline’s voice.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 13 Jan. 2026
Casually dressed couples explore the labyrinthine citrus groves, but the rhythm here seems deliciously docile—guests go from hammam to Aperol, afternoon snooze to dinner.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Félix’s wife, Yessy, managed to hold everything together while navigating the labyrinthine legal process to fight for his release.
—Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for labyrinthine
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Fiddle-leaf figs, with their bold, rounded leaves, pair beautifully with round motifs, while palms, with their slender, whispery fronds, are perfect for accenting more delicate or intricate prints.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
20 Feb. 2026
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Almost as soon as it’s completed, this intricate system becomes invisible forever when the foundation and then the building itself are placed over it, leaving no room for errors.—
Vanessa Bates Ramirez,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2026
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Our approaches can be critical, satirical, comical, dramatic, poetic, but will always be complex and complicated.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2026
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This is a complicated portrait of a person who believed in the good of wild animals and ultimately died as a result.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Feb. 2026
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These are common but complicate long-term planning for federal agencies.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Despite differing views on a variety of security issues, the group, like Gilpatric’s, reached a clear consensus: nuclear proliferation by any additional country would diminish U.S. power, complicate strategic planning, and increase the likelihood of nuclear use, accidents, and disasters.—
MARIANO-FLORENTINO CUÉLLAR,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Sep. 2025
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The unusual building is even more complex and fascinating when viewed up close, so take time to walk all the way around it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Beyond stellar evolution, the computational techniques developed for the study could help researchers model complex flows in oceans, atmospheres, and even blood circulation.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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Wine bar Counter Reformation is one of town’s top spots for a pour and sophisticated small plates.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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While the weight and material of the set is noteworthy, the beautiful matelassé-style pattern—complete with floral motifs and geometric designs—adds a sophisticated touch to any space.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Labyrinthine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/labyrinthine. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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